The New South Wales government has turned its back on plans to create sanctuary zones covering 2.4% of waters around Sydney, despite evidence that these 'no-take' areas are crucial for protecting fish.

Predatory fish are among the most vulnerable species to human pressures.
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August 1, 2018

After years of stalled negotiations, China has ended its opposition to the world's largest marine park off Antarctica - part of a wider trend towards increased Chinese involvement in global governance.

Marlin are one of the prized fish in Australia’s oceans.
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October 27, 2016